Hey travel squad! 🌟 At the 8th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, Dai Bin, president of the China Tourism Academy, shared big ideas on levelling up tourism along the Belt and Road. With inbound and outbound trips on the rise—especially across Central Asia’s epic sites like Samarkand’s minarets and Dunhuang’s cave murals—there’s a huge opportunity to create next-gen travel experiences.
Here’s the playbook:
- Data teamwork: Pool research and travel stats across countries to spot trends and craft epic routes.
- Industry collabs: Unite tour operators, hotels, academia and policy think tanks for fresh ideas.
- Goodwill first: Foster positive vibes to keep partnerships strong and sustainable. 🤝
For us in South and Southeast Asia, this means smoother visas, cultural festivals that pop (imagine a mobile app guiding you through a UNESCO site!), and tech-driven tours that jump off the screen. 📱✨
Bottom line: With data, tech and genuine cooperation, the Belt and Road could be THE ultimate trail for Asia’s coolest heritage adventures. So, ready to pack your bags? 🧳🌏
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
